Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are organic micro pollutants which are persistent
compounds in the environment due to their hydrophobic nature. Concerns over their …

Nitrated polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (nitro-PAHs) are derivatives of PAHs with at least
one nitro-functional group (-NO 2) on the aromatic ring. The toxic effects of several nitro …

This review intends to deepen our understanding of mechanisms by which molecules with
aromatic moieties attach to organic and mineral components of terrestrial environments. We …

Soils represent a major sink for organic xenobiotic contaminants in the environment. The
degree to which organic chemicals are retained within the soil is controlled by soil …

Chemical pollution of the environment has become a major source of concern. Studies on
degradation of organic compounds have shown that some microorganisms are extremely …

Due to the presence and significance of alumina in the natural aquatic environment and its
increasing application in drinking and wastewater purification, the knowledge of the …

It has been observed that as soil–pollutant contact time increases, pollutant bioavailability
and extractability decreases. This phenomenon has been termed 'ageing'. Decreased …

Black carbon (BC) plays a potentially important role in the availability of pollutants in soils
and sediments. Recent evidence points to the possible attenuation of the high surface …

In situ chemical oxidation (ISCO) is a promising alternative to thermal desorption for the
remediation of soils contaminated with organic compounds such as polycyclic aromatic …

Urban stormwater contains a variety of contaminants that can adversely impact receiving
waters. Contaminants of greatest concern include compounds derived from paving materials …